Here we have a 5 part mini series by rewilding film maker Jack D'Gama on woodland carbon, with 5 shorts released every Wednesday for the next 5 weeks. In this short, Corin Jack from the Future Forest Company explains some key carbon terminology such as carbon sequestration. For more information on the Future Forest Company, please see: Website: https://thefutureforestcompany.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFutureForestCo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureforestcompany/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefutureforestcompany"

In this film by Tom Hartwell, we meet Key Habitats Officer Megan Gimber who works for the People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES). Megan explains management techniques to ensure you have a healthy hedgerow: not cutting a hedge every year; incremental trimming; rejuvenation by coppicing and laying; and by incorporating tall trees. This is part one of a two-part series. In part two in spring time we will see how these management techniques have benefitted the health of the hedgerow. The PTES' 'Healthy Hedgerow' app is available at Google Play and the App Store, or follow the links at https://hedgerowsurvey.ptes.org/healthy-hedgerows-survey. For more information on the work of the PTES and hedgerows in particular, please see https://ptes.org/hedgerow/. PTES can be followed on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptes.org X: https://twitter.com/PTES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptes_org/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/people's-trust-for-endangered-species And YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PTESwildlifevideos

Do you know the difference between a Kentish cobnut and a filbert? Have you ever wondered how to manage your hazel tree for nut production? In this film by Quentin Clark of Silk Purse Videos, we learn about the annual process of hazel nut production, from coppicing, to harvesting, processing and sorting. Whether you want to grow a hazel tree in your garden, looking to restore or bring into production an established tree, or considering a commercial nut growing venture, this film covers every aspect. We meet Pauline MacBrayne (growing hazel nuts in her garden), Margaret Finch of Farley Hill Place Gardens with established filbert production, and commercial growers of Kentish cobnuts Barney and Daniel from Allens Farm. To hear about the walled garden and range of gardening courses at Farley Hill Place Gardens, please see Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/farleyhillplacegardens/?locale=en_GB. To learn more about cobnut production at Allen's Farm, please see https://www.cobnuts.co.uk/.

In this film by accomplished film maker Henry Kirkwood, we meet wildlife cinematographer Giles Pitman who tells us about southern wood ants (Formica rufa). This species of wood ant is listed as 'near threatened' on the global IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Giles talks about the many benefits these ants bring to the woodland ecosystem and what we can do to create the right circumstances in our woodlands to enable them to thrive. Giles also refers to the iNaturalist app to record sightings you have of these ants and other wildlife to help generate data for science and conservation. It also helps you with plant and animal identification. This app can be downloaded for free via the App Store and Google Play store. Giles Pitman is currently working on a conservation documentary 'Bison Resurgence' which uncovers the resilient tale of the European bison. For progress updates and information on how you can support the conservation project, please follow his instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/bisonresurgencedoc/.

Have you ever wondered what those hard black fungi are on some tree trunks? Or ever been curious as to how they got their name, 'King Alfred's Cake'? Here to answer these queries is Matt Clarke, a survival expert from Back to Wilderness. In this film by Olivia Wines, Matt shows us how to use this fungus to make a fire. He also shows where to find it, how to check it's viable, and explains the legend behind its name. To find out more about the activities of Back to Wilderness please see: Instagram- @backtowilderness, https://www.instagram.com/backtowilderness/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/backtowilderness/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@UCGF3tVeHoEiYf2OhfMhjKLQ Website- https://backtowilderness.co.uk/ Website for the Branches Park Estate- https://branchespark.co.uk/

In this film by accomplished film maker Natalie Clements, we meet Jonny Hulson, Land Management Development Officer from the North Wales Wildlife Trust, to learn about no fence tree planting. This is a technique that can be used in areas grazed by sheep and other livestock. The trees are planted without tree guard protection and using a method that reduces the risk that the tree is damaged by livestock and deer. The trees also provide shade and shelter to the livestock, and habitat for wildlife. Jonny talks through the tools he uses and demonstrates how to do it. Could this be an option for you? For more information on the work of the North Wales Wildlife Trust please see: Website: https://www.northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk/ On youTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthWalesWildlifeTrust On X: https://twitter.com/North_Wales_WT On Instagram: @northwaleswildlifetrust On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwaleswildlifetrust/

Ever wondered what species of moth might be in your woodland but haven't been sure how to find out? In this film by Quentin Clark, we return to Mike Saynor of the Holt Copse Conservation Volunteers in Wokingham and meet entomologist Jon Cole. Jon explains how to determine what moth species there are through the use of a mercury vapour moth trap and identifies a number of common moths we have in British woodlands. For more details on the excellent work the Holt Copse conservation volunteers do please visit http://hccv.org.uk/.

In this film by rewilding film maker Jack d'Gama, we return to ecologist Connor McKinnie for his expert insight into the differences between tree planting and natural regeneration. Connor talks through the benefits and challenges of each, and how a combination of both might work well. Connor highlights key factors to consider when planning woodland creation, such as tree protection methods, planting pattern, and species. This is our second film with Connor looking at aspects of rewilding. The first film can be seen here: https://youtu.be/HZNX9hTzQaU, 'What is Rewilding' or click on the link at the end of the film. Are you considering your own tree planting or natural regeneration project? If so, you may be interested to know that woodlands.co.uk (https://www.woodlands.co.uk/) sell not just woodlands but also land for tree planting and rewilding, meadows and land with lakes and rivers. Woodlands.co.uk also provides advice on wildlife conservation, planning legislation, grants and so much more. If you’ve got any queries, head over to https://www.woodlands.co.uk/about-us/contact-us and reach out to your local representative.

In this film by accomplished film maker Katie Vickers, we meet Bruce Slark who has created an incredible forest garden. Bruce talks about the range of edible berries he grows, including creeping raspberries, mulberry trees, Chilean guava (apparently Queen Victoria's favourite fruit!), Japanese wineberry, blueberries, black chokeberry, and shade-loving salal. Bruce talks about their nutritional value, how to process and store them, and how to plan your forest garden with the addition of nitrogen fixing plants to benefit the fruit bushes. To learn more about Bruce's forest garden please visit https://scytheman-theforestgardener.blogspot.com/ and search for 'Forest Garden Fruit and Craft' on Facebook.

In this film, actress and presenter Nicola Kelleher provides a very personal account of how being in nature and woodlands in particular has helped her and her family. As a mother of a child with autism, Nicola shares her experience, the types of activities she does with her daughter and how this can benefit everyone physically, socially, and from a well-being perspective. Please note, this film makes one reference to analysis of suicide rates amongst those with autism. If you would like more information and support in relation to the themes in this film then this NHS link provides a list of charities, organisations, forums and groups that can provide assistance: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/support/.